Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - PRN

Lifepoint Health; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Wellness program

Career development

Job summary

Ottumwa Regional Health Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) PRN to join our team in Ottumwa, IA. You will collaborate with EMS, ED staff, and security teams to deliver timely patient care and critical support across the emergency department.

The role emphasizes triage assistance, adherence to EMS scope of practice, patient transport, and participation in precepting EMS students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current Iowa EMT certification and Class D license required for consideration.
• Current BCLS certification is required or preferred during screening.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a team member on EMS and ED support teams.
• Takes assistant role in triage as requested by team lead.
• Assists ED patients from triage to discharge under physician or RN supervision.
• Performs procedures within EMS scope of practice.
• Transports patients to procedures or inpatient units.
• Participates in precepting EMS students and job shadowing.
• Completes run audits and QA monthly.
• Attends staff meetings, run reviews, and mandatory education.

Skills

EMT certification

Iowa Class D license

BCLS certification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

OTTUMWA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters

Ottumwa Health Group, LLC is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being, so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who excels in this role:

• Functions as a team member as an EKG tech, Code 0 team member, Dr. Red (fire) team, Dr. Armstrong (security) team, Hazmat team.
• Takes an assistant role in triage as requested by team leader.
• Demonstrates ability to assist with ED patients from triage to discharge under the direction of the ED physician or RN.
• Performs procedures within their EMS Scope of practice.
• Transports patients to procedures or hospital inpatient units upon admission.
• Participates in precepting EMS students, job shadowing opportunities and public tours to make a positive impression of EMS. Actively demonstrates clinical professionalism while precepting new employees.
• Completes run audits and QA assignments monthly.
• Attends staff meetings, run reviews, mandatory education and participates in committee activities.
• Run report documentation and charge batching

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Current valid Class D (Chauffeurs) Iowa driver’s license and current valid Iowa EMT certification as applicable. Must also submit motor vehicle record to People Services department during screening process, Current BCLS, Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Certificate Experience: (paid or volunteer) as a FR or EMT preferred.

More about Ottumwa Health Group, LLC

At Ottumwa Health Group, LLC, your experience matters. As part of a strong national network with a deeply rooted local heart, we offer the best of both worlds - national strength and resources, combined with the personal connections and community focus that make a difference every day.

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Health Group, LLC is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.